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David Gaines Exits KFRU As Cumulus Media Cuts Continue

"I’ve loved my job, and I already miss it. But I know another door will open."

How iHeartMedia’s Radio Monetization Issue Has Become Bob Pittman’s Broken Record

"If the CEO of the country’s largest radio broadcaster has spent more than a decade telling investors that the company knows exactly what is wrong, then the natural question becomes: What has been done to actually fix it?"

20 Brands in 20 Days: Allan Lamberti, WPLR, New Haven

"I think our listeners allow us to take chances now and then as long as it fits the attitude and the legacy and the brand of the station."

Why Parker Hillis Feels the Time Was Right for To Rebrand SportsRadio 610 To 95.7 The Fan

"I truly believe we have what it takes to be a number one station in men and adults... There’s a lot of buzz and we couldn’t be doing this at a better time."

NFL Week One Sports Media Winners & Losers

"The first weekend reminded us why the NFL dominates our attention: incredible athletic feats on the field, high-stakes narratives in the broadcast booth, and experiments with media delivery that keep even seasoned fans intrigued"

Toast to 10: Sports Radio Program Directors Celebrate Barrett Media

"While the industry faces many challenges of yesterday and today, Barrett Media has supported those in positions of power to think differently, be recognized, and create community for a better tomorrow"

Are Movie Theaters the Next Gold Rush for Sports?

"There is money to be made in a deal that creates a premium communal viewing experience."

NBC Sports Sets Second Highest Viewership for NFL Kickoff Game

"The game was on track to surpass all previous NFL Kickoff Games, potentially reaching a TAD of 31.6 million viewers"

NFL YouTube Debut Draws Average Viewership Of 17.3 Million

"The audience size helped set a record for the most concurrent viewers of a live stream on YouTube"

NBC Sports Rolls Out NBA Coverage Promo During Sunday Night Football

"The promo spotlighted NBC’s broadcast team in dramatic fashion, leaning into the kind of pomp and circumstance fans expect from an NBA arena"

SNY Extends Broadcasting Rights With PIX11 To Carry New York Mets Games Through 2028

"Reaching Mets fans in five additional Nexstar markets across upstate New York and in Hartford is a clear demonstration of the enduring power of broadcast television and PIX11’s unique connection to Mets fans across the region"

How YouTube Stole From Sports Radio’s Playbook for First NFL Free Broadcast

"Hey sports radio, YouTube is taking away your best messaging!"

SportsRadio 94WIP Sets New Record With Eagles Radiothon

"Each year, I’m astonished by the generosity of our listeners, fans, and partners during the Eagles Radiothon"

‘Inside The NFL’ Returns September 8 Streaming On X

"The iconic show will debut September 8 on the social media platform X, marking the beginning of a weekly rollout that will feature at least 10 short-form episodes each week"

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How iHeartMedia’s Radio Monetization Issue Has Become Bob Pittman’s Broken Record

"If the CEO of the country’s largest radio broadcaster has spent more than a decade telling investors that the company knows exactly what is wrong, then the natural question becomes: What has been done to actually fix it?"

20 Brands in 20 Days: Allan Lamberti, WPLR, New Haven

"I think our listeners allow us to take chances now and then as long as it fits the attitude and the legacy and the brand of the station."

Why Parker Hillis Feels the Time Was Right for To Rebrand SportsRadio 610 To 95.7 The Fan

"I truly believe we have what it takes to be a number one station in men and adults... There’s a lot of buzz and we couldn’t be doing this at a better time."

What News/Talk Radio Has to Do to Compete With Low Podcasting Spot Loads

If AM/FM radio wants to hold its ground, the programming has to earn every one of those extra ad minutes.